1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
